Synonyms of five-starnext
: of first class or quality
a five-star hotel

Examples of five-star in a Sentence

at those prices the restaurant's food should be nothing but five-star
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Over 13,200 glowing five-star ratings back up the hype. Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 14 June 2026 This popular Quince pair, backed by thousands of five-star ratings, offers a similar roomy-leg look as the bright blue pair Hathaway recently wore. Jacquelyn McGilvray, PEOPLE, 12 June 2026 The resorts attract travelers who want a clinical-grade reset without sacrificing five-star comfort. Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026 From the lobby of a five-star hotel to the lounge at a destination resort, a custom blend becomes part of the experience. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for five-star

Word History

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of five-star was in 1913

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“Five-star.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/five-star. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.

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